Accountant

Pertemps Network Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance company in Leicester is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their finance team. The role includes preparing financial reports, managing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates are part-qualified or fully qualified with strong attention to detail and experience in Sage 50. The position offers a salary of up to £45,000, along with 28 days of holiday and supportive work environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Accountant or similar finance role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Overseeing purchase and sales ledgers, accruals and prepayments.

Skills

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Sage 50

Education

Part-qualified or fully qualified (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Overview

Accountant – Leicester – Permanent – Up to £45,000 pa (depending on experience) – Full Time, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

Benefits of the Accountant role: 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension scheme and free on-site parking.

We're working with a successful business who are seeking an experienced Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Accountant who enjoys a varied role and wants to make a real impact within a supportive company.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Managing balance sheet reconciliations and journals
• Supporting year-end processes and liaising with auditors
• Overseeing purchase and sales ledgers, accruals and prepayments
• Monitoring cashflow and producing regular reports
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies, procedures and regulations
• Providing support and guidance to the wider finance team and stakeholders

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Accountant or similar finance role
• Part-qualified or fully qualified (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and experience of using Sage 50
• Excellent Excel skills and confidence using finance systems
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

If you're an experienced Accountant who thrives in a busy and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you please apply today!